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Susie Dent On the Wonders of the English Language (Part 1)

Intelligence Squared

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Exploring Language and Fiction

This chapter features a humorous dialogue about the intricacies of language, spotlighting unique vocabulary like 'zwadah' and the origins of phrases such as 'dog days.' The speaker recounts their journey into fiction writing, inspired by family wishes and editorial support, culminating in the creation of a novel set in 1930s Oxford.

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